Mow Cop castle, the folly of a ruined castle in snow during winter, standing on the Gritstone trail and South Cheshire way long distance footpaths

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It's the southernmost outcrop in Cheshire of hard sandstone grit, rising 355m above sea level. At its highest point stands a mock tower that was built as a summer house in 1754 by Randle Wilbraham, the local Lord of the Manor. This tower is visible for miles around and is a major landmark visited throughout the year. Interestingly, it was the location for the first Primitive Methodist service in 1807.

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Location: Mow Cop castle near Congleton Cheshire England
Photo credit: © Nick Hatton / Alamy / Afripics
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